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On International Tea Day, read about a century-old tea stall in Sampoore, West Bengal, that runs entirely on trust. With no paid staff, this humble stall is kept alive by a group of locals who serve tea out of love.

In Mendha Lekha, a Gond village in Maharashtra, 500 people share land, forest rights, and Rs 1 crore in annual bamboo income, proving that collective good creates lasting prosperity.

Here’s a glimpse into the timeless weaving traditions of Himachal Pradesh, where art and history harmonise in the vibrant Kullu shawls and the narrative-rich Chamba rumals.

Through their one-of-a-kind programme, Lok Sangeet Shala, Govind Singh Bhati & Sharon Genevive are empowering young artists from folk communities to learn & celebrate their cultural identity.

For the past twenty years, Paras Banjara, has dedicated his life to fighting discrimination, securing vital documents, and advocating for land ownership for Rajasthan's nomadic tribes. Through Olakhaan Trust, he aims to reclaim their lost identity and ensure their rightful place in society, giving nomadic voices the recognition and rights they deserve.

Padmaja Rathore leads Bagheera's Camp in Rajasthan's Godwar, championing wildlife protection & ecosystem restoration. She founded a sustainable community reserve focusing on education & collaboration.

With a deep commitment to preserving Rajasthan's food traditions, Dipali Khandelwal is documenting and sharing lost recipes, giving these flavours new life while connecting generations through food.

India Goat Milk Farm, which began just four years ago, started after a personal health crisis when Mannat was diagnosed with jaundice. A well-meaning elder suggested that goat milk could help in her recovery, leading their father, Harbhajan Singh, to invest Rs 20,000 in a single goat.

Akanksha and Saurabh Gupta turned a lush site near Bannerghatta National Park into a zero-waste school that blends education and nature. Their design preserves the environment while inspiring futures.

The Supreme Court Collegium has finally recommended Saurabh Kirpal's name to the Union Ministry of Law and Justice for judgeship, which could make him the first openly gay judge in India.